GUIDELINES & TIPS
Digest vs. Individual Messages:

The list is available in two versions. You can receive one message at a time, which may result in as many as 20 emails a day, or you can receive the digest, which is a compilation of the day's messages in a single email a day.

You can switch yourself between the two options by sending a blank email to:

 
costumeinfo-digest@yahoogroups.com for the digest version.

Or send a blank email to:

costumeinfo-normal@yahoogroups.com for the single message version.

You may also choose to halt your mail for a period of time while you are out of town, or for any reason by sending an email to:
costumeinfo-nomail@yahoogroups.com

To restart email use one of the above addresses for either digest or individual emails.

Posting: Every email you get from the list will have COSTUME INFO: in the subject line. If you reply to these emails you will be automatically replying to the list. If your response is a private reply be sure to change the TO: line in your email before you hit SEND. If the listserve moderator receives a personal email, it will be returned to you with a reminder to send it to the person privately.

Stay on topic and avoid replying with witty remarks. Some individuals who receive the digest form may not mind a one liner, but those who receive the emails one at a time don't appreciate the "I liked that one" responses.

DO NOT SEND ATTACHMENTS TO THE LIST. If you have an attachment to share with the group please upload it into the files section of the web site yourself. Use the help section if you need assistance. You may also email attachments to the listserve moderator at costumeinfo-owner@yahoogroups.com.

Delete as much "quoted" text you can in your replies; retain only what is necessary to understand your contribution. This especially applies to those replying to digests--if you send the entire digest in the bottom of your email it goes to the list. DO NOT AUTO-QUOTE THE ENTIRE DIGEST.

Your subject line should accurately reflect the topic you are writing about. If you are changing topics, please change your subject line. This is particular importance to those who are replying to a digest. It is no help to those scanning their email to see a subject line of "Subject: Re: Digest #107."

IMPORTANT: Argue and disagree if you will, but please conduct yourself with decorum and civility. Personal attacks will not be tolerated and may be cause for removal from the list. Emails that cross the line will be deleted or returned to you for editing. This list is for discussion and support only, not an opportunity to breed discontent.

Unsubscribing or Address Change: To unsubscribe send a blank email to:

costumeinfo-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com.

If you change email addresses you can edit your address in the preferences section on the web site or simply unsubscribe from the old address and resubscribe with the new address by sending a blank email to:
costumeinfo-subscribe@yahoogroups.com.